Category Archives: Energy retrofits for houses

Passive House Sets High Bar for Energy Efficiency

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

A new home under construction in East Falmouth is being built to an exacting new building standard, designed to be super-tight with virtually no air leakage, which may make it one of the most energy-efficient houses in the United States. … Continue reading →

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How to boost home efficiency during energy awareness month

Posted on October 5, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Fed up with high utility bills? Since October is National Energy Awareness Month, and winter is not far off, this is a good time to review ways to make your home more efficient. But first, consider why you may be … Continue reading →

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Home improvement boosts property efficiency

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Owners of a refurbished house in the village of Welwyn are opening their home to members of the public. Tony and Pat Almond have undertaken home improvement projects to boost the energy efficiency of their property and will exhibit their … Continue reading →

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Interest in solar energy heats up

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Cary Hillebrand went to Home Depot last week, shopping for cheap, renewable energy. “I have been interested in solar energy for a long time,” says the Cherry Hill resident. “I’m looking to find out if it is an affordable option.” … Continue reading →

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Sustainable brick made from sand, bacteria, and pee

Posted on August 27, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

It seems like pee, or more specifically urea, is becoming quite the sustainable ingredient.  Beyond being tapped as a good source of hydrogen, it’s powering batteries and is now being used to make sustainable bricks. Architect Ginger Krieg Dosier has … Continue reading →

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Heat & Cool Efficiently

Posted on August 16, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

As much as half of the energy used in your home goes to heating and cooling. So making smart decisions about your home’s heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills — … Continue reading →

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Investing in an Energy Efficient Home

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Q: We’re in the market for a new home and want one that won’t cost a fortune to heat and cool. Every builder we’ve talked with assures us that they build “energy efficient” homes. Frankly, we’re dubious since several friends … Continue reading →

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Zero Energy Home Design

Posted on August 5, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

A Zero Energy Home (ZEH) combines state-of-the-art, energy-efficient construction and appliances with commercially available renewable energy systems, such as solar water heating and solar electricity. The combination results in a home that produces its own energy—as much or more than … Continue reading →

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Making Your Own Clean Electricity

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Generating electricity using your own small renewable energy system fits the circumstances and values of some home and small-business owners. Although it takes time and money to research, buy, and maintain a system, many people enjoy the independence they gain … Continue reading →

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Passive Solar Home Design

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Douglas W. Marcille, Energy Industry Leader

Your home’s windows, walls, and floors can be designed to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat in the summer. This is called passive solar design or climatic design. … Continue reading →

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